Donald Edward Teller Jr.

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Donald Edward Teller Jr.

4.6
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 30 years

Family Lawyer at Grapevine, TX
Practice Areas: Family, Divorce & Separation, Adoption ... +6 more

Serving Fort Worth, Dallas, and Denton, 4100 Heritage Avenue, Suite 104, Grapevine, TX

Virtual Consultation Available

About Donald

Biography

Experienced Family Law Attorney

Practice Areas

9

Practice Areas

Family 47%

Assists clients with most types of family law cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including divorces, collaborative law, modifications, enforcements, child custody, child support, terminations, adoptions, protective orders, and marital agreements such as prenups.

31 years

47%
Divorce and Separation 45%

Assists clients with most divorce cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including divorces, collaborative law, mediation, child custody, and child support.

31 years

45%
Adoption 2%

Assists clients with most types of adoption cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including assistance with both the termination and adoption aspects of these cases.

31 years

2%
Alimony 1%

Assists clients with most types of family law cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including asserting claims for temporary, post-divorce, or permanent maintenance or alimony.

31 years

1%
Child Custody 1%

Assists clients with most types of family law cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including child custody, paternity cases, child custody modifications, and child custody enforcements.

31 years

1%
Child Support 1%

Assists clients with most types of family law cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including representation in child support cases, child support modifications, and child support enforcements.

31 years

1%
Domestic Violence 1%

Assists clients with most types of family law cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including seeking protective orders for domestic violence.

31 years

1%
Marriage and Prenuptials 1%

Assists clients with most types of family law cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including drafting marital agreements such as prenups and postnups.

31 years

1%
Uncontested Divorce 1%

Assists clients with most types of family law cases in the Fort Worth-Dallas-Denton metroplex, including uncontested divorces.

31 years

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 400-450 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2017
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 30 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 1995

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Teller Law Firm, P.C.

Serving Fort Worth, Dallas, and Denton, 4100 Heritage Avenue, Suite 104, Grapevine, TX, 76051

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Donald Edward Teller Jr.'s Reviews

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4.6 /5.0

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Posted by anonymous | November 21, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Family

Divorce Attorney Review

Donald Teller is an excellent lawyer with extensive knowledge & experience in family law. He and his paralegal staff (specifically Shawna McGeisey) did an exceptional job with my divorce case. The team took the time to hear all of my concerns and clearly, concisely outlined all the different courses ...of action including the positives and negatives with each choice. Furthermore, Donald and his team were always accessible and responded to me in a timely manner. I could not have asked for better representation, and working with Donald was incredibly easy, and the least stressful part of a very difficult, painful event in my life. Without hesitation, I give Donald Teller my highest recommendation.

Posted by anonymous | June 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Divorce

Don Teller and the entire Don Teller Law Firm were very professional and easy to work with. Don Teller was able to explain to me reasonable expectations from my particular Divorce situation. He was very responsive and his team would answer all questions I posed to them in a timely manner. Don pers...onally met with me every time I requested. $$ costs were reasonable and discussed up front. I would recommend Don Teller, Shawna McGeisey and Darlene Campbell to any friend or family member. Divorce is stressful so it's great to know that a very good attorney is on your side and fighting for you.

Posted by Tara | February 26, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Do you need a lawyer like one from John Grisham's books? Teller will fight for you

Working with Donald and Anna was easy. They stayed on top of my case from beginning to end. I told them of the events that led to my divorce, and how I botched the paperwork doing it on my own. I informed them of my suspicion of my ex abusing drugs and alcohol. They're first steps were to make sure t...he kids were safe. Donald took the case on himself quickly. He made the time to stop in and file paperwork to have my ex served. It was like a James bond movie, I set up a meet with my ex at his house and Teller sent the person to Serve him court docs in my place. He had the court date scheduled fast, and when we got to court, he pulled my ex out into a separate room and helped to inform him of what I wanted and how this would or could go. I'm not sure what was said, but he got my ex to agree to everything. I didnt have to do anything other than show up. I think there was 3 or 6 months of waiting for my ex to set up supervised visits. When he never did, Donald Teller immediately pounced back into the courts to take away his visitation rights due to failed drug test and felony charges that came up during the waiting period, and failure to attempt to set up visitations. It has taken me some time to pay him off for all of his services. 2 years to be honest. They have been wonderful with working with me to pay him off for his time. But because of Donald and Anna Teller, my kids are safe, and I cant repay them for that any other way than to say, let them help you. They really do care...

Posted by Karla | June 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Best Divorce Lawyer!

Mr Teller has handled my two divorces, and I would highly recommend him any time! He was able to walk me through all steps in both occasions, explaining in detail every part of the process. On my first divorce, he kept not only my best interest but also my kids’ best interest in mind, and in both sit...uations he demonstrated his knowledge, professionalism, integrity, and specially his compassion, and honesty (he doesn’t sugarcoat things) at all times. Shawna his paralegal is phenomenal as well! They both made the entire process easy (given the circumstances) by answering questions, providing advise, and quickly returning phone calls/emails. Teller Law Firm is the best!

Posted by Tony | June 13, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Divorce

Overall Donald Teller and Shawna handled my case very professionally and provided outstanding service. They always got back to me promptly on my concerns. I would recommend to my friends and work colleagues. It was a pleasure to work with the team.

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Donald Edward Teller Jr.'s Lawyer Endorsements

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Anne Clary

Family lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Don is a great lawyer!"

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Kellye Hughes

Child custody lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Stephen Luce

Child custody lawyer | Dec 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Don is highly qualified and respected. He knows the law, people and always fights for his clients and the best interest of kids. I respect him and his work."

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James Saint

Family lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Don is intelligent, professional, and very knowledgeable about Family Law."

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Anita Cutrer

Family lawyer | Nov 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a skilled family lawyer who knows the law very well and is very professional in his dealings with opposing attorneys."

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Mark Williamson

Family lawyer | Feb 16

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I've known Don for years and had several cases against him. Don is extremely professional and skilled at finding solutions to complex matters. When that fails, he can litigate with the best."

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Janet Denton

Divorce and separation lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Don is one of my favorite lawyers to deal with. He is smart, trustworthy and compassionate. Janet Denton"

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Kellye Hughes

Adoption lawyer

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Stephen Luce

Family lawyer

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Anita Cutrer

Family lawyer

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Mark Williamson

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Janet Denton

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2023

Best Lawyer - Family Law, Best Lawyers

2023

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2022

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2022

Board Certified - Family Law (Recertified), Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2021

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2020

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2019

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2018

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2017

Board Certified - Family Law (Recertified), Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2017

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2016

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2015

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2014

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2013

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2012

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2012

Board Certified (Recertified) - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

2012

NITA Advocate, National Institute for Trial Advocacy

2011

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2011

Super Lawyer, Texas Monthly Magazine

2010

Top Attorney - Family Law, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2009

Top Attorney - Family Law & Alternative Dispute Resolution, Fort Worth, Texas Magazine

2007

Board Certified - Family Law, Texas Board of Legal Specialization

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Attorney, Teller Law Firm, P.C.

1999 - 2007

Adjunct Professor, Texas Wesleyan University School of Law

1995 - 1998

Attorney, Law Office of Allen A. Rad and Associates

Associations

2007 - Present

Texas Academy of Family Law Specialists

Member

2007 - Present

Collaborative Professionals of Northeast Tarrant County

Member

2006 - Present

Collaborative Law Institute of Texas

Member

2006 - Present

Collaborative Lawyers of Tarrant County

Member

2001 - Present

Northeast Tarrant County Bar Association

Member

2000 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

Tarrant County Bar Association

Member

1998 - Present

Tarrant County Family Law Bar Association

Member

1995 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2004 - 2005

Northeast Tarrant County Bar Association

President

2002 - 2004

Lawyer Referral Service

Chairperson

2000 - 2001

Eldon B. Mahon Inns of Court

Associate Member

Education

1995

Southern Methodist University, Dedman School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1995

Southern Methodist University

MBA

1987

North Texas State University

BBA

Speaking Engagements

2010

Family Law Mediation Training

Child Support Establishment and Modification

2009

Family Law Mediation Training

Child Support Establishment and Modification

2007

Reel Lessons in Ethics

Ethical Issues in Electronic Communications

2003

Bench Bar Conference

Law Office Management

Publications

2020

SMU Law Review SMU Annual Texas Survey - Family Law

2019

SMU Law Review SMU Annual Texas Survey - Family Law

2018

SMU Law Review SMU Annual Texas Survey - Family Law

2004

Texas Lawyer Smart Finances Keep Budding Solos Afloat

2003

Texas Lawyer Big Bucks/No Whammies

Languages

English

Activity

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